Rich Smukler Mediation is a distinguished dispute resolution practice based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, specializing in mediation and arbitration services across family, civil, and commercial matters. With nearly five decades of legal experience and Florida Supreme Court certifications in both civil circuit and family mediation, the firm stands out for its seasoned expertise, AV Preeminent® peer rating, and commitment to facilitating respectful, efficient resolutions outside the courtroom.
The practice is led by Richard Smukler, a qualified advanced arbitrator and FINRA-certified neutral who brings a deep understanding of litigation and alternative dispute resolution from his background as a trial lawyer and special assistant attorney general. His approach emphasizes integrity, compassion, and practicality, helping clients save time, costs, and emotional strain through voluntary, participant-driven processes. The firm serves individuals and businesses involved in family law matters, malpractice disputes, personal injury cases, real estate issues, and corporate conflicts, offering flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends by request.
Services Offered
- Mediation Services
- Arbitration Services
- Pro Se (Uncontested) Divorce Mediation
- Marital Settlement Agreements
- Children’s Issues Mediation
- Litigation Mediation
- Medical Malpractice Mediation
- Legal Malpractice Mediation
- Personal Injury Mediation
- Real Estate Mediation
- Foreclosure Mediation
- HOA Dispute Mediation
- Wills & Estates Mediation
- Business Mediation
- Corporate Partnership Mediation
- Contracts Mediation
- Shareholder and Securities Mediation
- Liability Mediation
- Video Conference Mediation
- Remote Online Notarization
- E-Signing Services
Operating primarily in Palm Beach County and throughout Florida, the firm offers remote mediation capabilities via Zoom technology, online notarization, and e-signing to accommodate clients efficiently. Fluent in English, Rich Smukler leverages his extensive background—including experience as a circuit and county assistant mediator trainer—to assist parties in achieving mutually agreeable outcomes with professionalism and discretion.
